Tuesday January 17, 2012 Deals of the Day

Grab a wine glass and a paintbrush, and you're ready to take advantage of this week's Voice Deal of the Day from the Houston Press -- an Artful Sips painting class at Cork Soakers. Read that again: Cork Soakers. This week's deal will provide everything you need to sip and paint, a $35 value for just $17. A perfect date-night opportunity, or a fun way to gather old friends, Cork Soakers' Artful Sips class allows you to "channel your inner artist and paint a masterpiece." Featuring a different local artist as host every week, Cork Soakers holds classes in a private room with a creative ambiance. Choose from a wine menu featuring more than 170 bottles, as well as a great beer selection, and nosh on meat and cheese plates.

Groupon • 53 percent off ($35 for $75) 10-day detox plan or curious-about-detox experience at Life Long Weigh, including class, meal plan, grocery list, food demo, and tasting. Limit one per person, multiples as gifts; valid only for option purchased. Voucher expires 7/25/12. • 50 percent off ($15 for $30) at Crescent Moon Wine Bar and Restaurant (Spring). Limit one per person, one additional as gift; voucher expires 7/25/12.

Living Social • 50 percent off ($5 for $10 or $10 for $20) at Bar Munich. Limit one per person, three additional as gifts; limit one per person, per visit. Voucher expires 5/19/12.

Bloomspot • Choose from three great deals at Crave Sushi: $12 for $25, $25 for $50 for parties of four or more, or $50 for $100 for parties of six or more. Limited quantities of each deal available, may purchase one of each; limit one certificate per table, valid for lunch or dinner. Vouchers expire 4/20/12. See deal for additional restrictions.